Geological faults: the beauty (and science) of a key geological process
This picture encapsulates the beauty of a geologic fault -- it's like someone took it from a textbook and slammed...
Dr. Andrei Mihai is a geophysicist and founder of ZME Science. He has a Ph.D. in geophysics and archaeology and has completed courses from prestigious universities (with programs ranging from climate and astronomy to chemistry and geology). He is passionate about making research more accessible to everyone and communicating news and features to a broad audience.
This picture encapsulates the beauty of a geologic fault -- it's like someone took it from a textbook and slammed...
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